Most pet parents consider their furry companions family—but legally, your pet is treated as property. That means you can’t leave money directly to your pet in a will, and the person you do name has no legal duty to use it for your pet’s care.
An easy or cheap estate plan can leave your business vulnerable when you're a business owner. Learn why your business documents and estate plan must work together, and what can happen if they don’t.
This Memorial Day, consider a gift that truly lasts forever. Estate planning isn't just about legal documents—it's one of the most profound expressions of love, allowing you to extend your care, wisdom, and protection long after you're gone.
The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025 could significantly alter how wealth is transferred between generations, potentially eliminating the estate tax entirely. Learn what this proposed legislation might mean for you.
A computer engineer from Wales accidentally threw away a hard drive containing 8,000 Bitcoin (BTC), now worth approximately $700 million. His decade-long struggle to recover his fortune offers vital lessons for proper estate planning in our increasingly digital world.
Gene Hackman's $80 million fortune is in legal limbo after his wife died just days before he did, highlighting the estate planning crisis that countless families face, including possibly yours.
Without marriage's legal protections, unmarried couples face unique estate planning challenges that could leave partners vulnerable and children at risk. Learn how to protect your loved ones and assets with proper planning.
As summer approaches, many parents are planning fun getaways with their children. However, few consider what would happen to their kids if an emergency occurred during their travels.
Trust funding is essential in estate planning, as it ensures your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes. The process involves transferring ownership of assets like real estate, bank accounts, and personal property into the trust, avoiding probate, controlling distribution, and protecting assets from creditors.